The Early Years
2008Established in 2008, the Madeira Island Ultra Trail is now 18 years old. From its first edition in Funchal, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Portugal.
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Percorso e dislivello
Starting from Funchal's coastal promenade, this spectacular ultra trail ascends into Madeira's volcanic peaks via ancient mountain paths and levadas (irrigation channels), passing through cloud forests and moorland terrain. Runners navigate steep climbs through endemic flora, traverse ridge-line sections with panoramic Atlantic views, and descend into verdant valleys before finishing at sea level, showcasing the island's dramatic topography.
Superficie: trail Profilo: Montuoso
Meteo
Clima tipico del mese della gara: una stima, non una previsione né una misurazione del giorno di gara
Temperatura 18°C
Umidità 75%
Probabilità di pioggia 45%
April offers mild spring conditions with warm days and cool mornings, though Madeira's altitude and exposure can create rapidly changing weather. Expect occasional showers, strong coastal winds, and significant temperature variation between sea level and mountain sections.
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The Race
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Storie e Leggende
Volcanic Ground
The Madeira Island Ultra Trail crosses terrain shaped by volcanic forces — ancient lava flows, craters, and rock formations that remind you the earth beneath your feet is very much alive. It's an otherworldly backdrop for 42.195km of effort.
Only the Committed Finish
The Madeira Island Ultra Trail carries an "extreme" difficulty rating for good reason. The combination of terrain, conditions, and distance creates an event where finishing is a genuine achievement. Drop-out rates are high, preparation requirements are serious, and the line between adventure and misadventure is thin.
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Curiosità
- ▸ Madeira Island Ultra Trail starts at sea level and climbs to 1,861 meters, making the total elevation gain equivalent to ascending Ben Nevis twice.
- ▸ The course follows historic levada paths built centuries ago by Moorish engineers to transport water across the island's mountainous terrain.
- ▸ Runners experience multiple climate zones in a single day, from subtropical coastal conditions to temperate mountain forest and exposed moorland.
- ▸ The race crosses endemic Canary Island Dragon Trees and other rare flora found nowhere else on Earth.
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